120 Mile Charity Mountain Bike Challenge

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The courageous team of four were led by Regional Director, Dafydd Jones, and was joined by colleagues Andrew Craig, an Account Manager, Rob Conde the Branch Manager of Wrexham, and Matt Peate the Wrexham Travis Perkins Tool Hire Manager. Setting off from the Wrexham branch on 9th April, their tireless pedal-powered odyssey crossed rugged terrain, culminating at TP Caernarfon two days later.

Undeterred by driving rain and relentless winds, the cyclists tackled over 16,400 feet of elevation gain, navigating the unforgiving landscapes of North Wales. From the treacherous trails of The Denbighshire Moors to the dense thickets of Gwydir Forest, each pedal stroke propelled them closer to their goal. Their ultimate test awaited atop the majestic peak of Eryri, known as Mount Snowdon, where they conquered its towering summit.

Their efforts have not gone unnoticed. With nearly £6,500 raised on their JustGiving page, the team marched headstrong towards their £10,000 fundraising target. 

Dafydd Jones, Regional Director at Travis Perkins said: “For those who know me physical exertion isn’t exactly my forte, but in really challenging times, it's important that we support the community where we can. By undertaking this challenging bike ride we wanted to fundraise for Alzheimer's Society and raise awareness of the outstanding work they do for those living with dementia. We want to say a big thank you to everyone who donated and is helping us achieve this target.”

Lizzie Pearl, Head of Corporate Partnerships at Alzheimer’s Society said:

“We have been amazed by the incredible efforts Travis Perkins colleagues have shown to raise money for Alzheimer’s Society. Colleagues have gone above and beyond for our new partnership, and we wanted to say a huge thank you from everyone here at Alzheimer’s Society.

“We’re incredibly grateful and in awe of the Three-Day Bike Challenge taken on by Dafydd, Andrew, Rob and Matt. The money raised by our brilliant partnership will support our vital research and support services, providing help and hope to all those affected by dementia.”